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BOESHIELD T-9® FAQ
- Boeshield T-9® is availalble in aerosol and non-aerosol packaging. Regardless of the packaging, the formula for Boeshield T-9® is the same. In the aerosol package a non-fluorocarbon propellant is added.
- Boeshield T-9® exhibits excellent results in salt spray exposure, “EXCO” immersion tests, and dialectric current tests, and will outlast competitive treatments. Because of its high dielectric characteristic it may be applied to electrical circuits, controls, wiring, and wiping type contacts.
- When applied as a Thick Film coating (spray on, do not wipe) Boeshield T-9® sets to a soft, translucent, colourless film approximately 5 mil thick. This waxy barrier develops in all areas.
- When set Boeshield T-9® is not sticky, does not attract grit, tends to shed dirt, and provides lubrication. The resulting coating is waterproof. Due to the wax component Boeshield T-9® is not suitable as a primer coat for paint.
- Simple water washing will not remove Boeshield T-9®. Any common degreaser may be used to remove Boeshield T-9®, though most often lightly re-spraying Boeshield T-9® and wiping dry is sufficient.
- Boeshield T-9® does not contain silicone or Teflon® and will not affect finishing, gluing, or cause fisheye when used on woodworking tools as recommended.
- Boeshield T-9® penetrates into metal pores and existing corrosion. Because it has excellent penetrating abilities and a high creep rate it will, by capillary action, penetrate and seep into lap joints, seams, rivet holes and gaps and will not trap or encapsulate moisture.
- Boeshield T-9® displaces moisture, stops existing corrosion, lubricates, and forms a long lasting coating. Durability depends on coating thickness, service, and environmental conditions. A Thick Film application can last months and even years. A Thin Film application (spray lightly and wipe dry) requires reapplication more often. We recommend weekly.
- Generally a Thick Film application is used for storage, such as tools, or for long term protection such as engine compartments, body panels, undercarriage, electrical panels, tube frames, etc.
- Where lubrication is the primary interest a Thick Film application is usually used. Let set at least one hour to allow solvent component to evaporate. For best performance let set over night.
- Typically a Thin Film application is used on working machinery such as a table saw top, or where handling of the surface is necessary such as the bright work on a boat, or where appearance is a concern such as the chrome logo on the side of a motorcycle gas tank. Spray on lightly, wet entire surface by wiping, then wipe dry immediately. A Thin Film application must be maintained by reapplying more frequently, perhaps weekly to monthly or so depending on exposure and use of coated item.
- Set time for Thin Film application is a matter of seconds. Set time for Thick Film application is hours to days depending on environment (air circulation, temperature, humidity, etc.) and thickness of coating.
- To be most effective Boeshield T-9 must be in contact with the metal and the solvent portion be allowed to evaporate.
- Boeshield T-9® is easily applied using a variety of methods including spray, drip, brushing, dipping, and fogging (very fine mist, no heat). For spraying, all that is necessary is enough pressure and nozzle adjustment to form a mist. A conventional sprayer or good quality hand garden sprayer may be used. An HVLP (high volume/low pressure) sprayer is especially effective due to minimal bounce-back of spray and control of spray pattern.
- Reapplication of Boeshield T-9® simply softens the existing coating, redistributes itself, and does not build up.
- Boeshield T-9® contains no UV inhibitors and therefore must be reapplied more frequently (perhaps every 3 to 4 months) when exposed to direct sunlight for long periods in outdoor applications.
- Boeshield T-9® contains no harsh solvents and is safe to use around most paints, plastics, vinyls, wiring, and many glues and does not affect finishing of wood when working with treated tools.
- Boeshield T-9® does not require mixing, is not damaged by freezing, and shelf life is indefinite.
- A little goes a long way. Coverage for a single 340g. (12oz.) net wt. aerosol can may exceed 46 sq.m. (500 sq.ft.) depending on method of application and thickness of coating.
- For Thick Film coating, proper rate of application for spray method can be determined by observation. As Boeshield T-9® is being applied it should have a heavy “orange peel” look and begin to gloss over in a few minutes at room temperature. If it is immediately glossy then reduce the amount being applied. Check the surface again after a few minutes and touch up any bare spots. Excessive coating wastes material and may extend set time due to puddling.
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